Los Angeles Outdoor Furniture: 9 Things To Know Before You Buy by Terra Nova Los Angeles Furniture

In the warm summer months, when the people of Los Angeles love to be outside enjoying al fresco dining and entertaining, outdoor furniture is a more than worthy investment.  A great set of outdoor furniture will have high quality, durable construction as well as beautiful design.  Many outdoor furniture manufacturers sell an inexpensive, poorly constructed product that is not made to last or even be outdoors.  Here at Terra Nova Designs, we offer the best in outdoor furniture: modern all-weather wicker, with fully customizable Sunbrella fabrics.  If you are new to outdoor furniture shopping, keep in mind that there are several characteristics to look for when shopping; we've narrowed it down to the top nine:

North Cape International Bainbridge Collection Wicker Outdoor Furniture Set at Terra Nova Los Angeles Furniture

1.  Fabric: The industry leader is Sunbrella fabrics, which Terra Nova outdoor furniture features.  It can be tempting to go for a less expensive fabric, but often, those fabrics were not made to last and end up fading and falling apart.

2. Wicker: Good wicker will be smooth, rounded and have a tight weave.  It should be mildew resistant.  Try to buy only real, high quality wicker - bad vinyl wicker will stretch, which will be uncomfortable and quick to break.

3. Frame: The ideal frame is aluminum because it is light, strong, and won't rust.  Some frames aren't treated to be weatherproof, and as a result will rust and become discolored or even break.

4. Established Brand: Be sure that you are purchasing outdoor furniture by an established brand.  Although they will last longer than a lower quality generic brand, outdoor elements are harsh.  You want to buy a brand that has been around a while, so pieces can be replaced.  North Cape International Outdoor Furniture is a fantastic brand that we stock at Terra Nova Los Angeles Furniture.

5.  Cushions:  One important thing to check is the stuffing and zippers on outdoor furniture cushions.  Make sure that the stuffing itself is weatherproof and mildew resistant!  Also check that there are zippers on the outdoor furniture cushions so the covers can be washed easily.

6. Suspension: Depending on the amount of use your outdoor furniture sustains, the suspension may last a very long time or wear out quickly.  When buying outdoor furniture, make sure that the seating is removable and replaceable so that you can replace the worn parts without having to purchase a whole new set of furniture.

7. Timing: If you are buying your outdoor furniture for a particular event or season, it's best to research how quickly it can be delivered to you, especially if you have your eye on customizable outdoor furniture.  At Terra Nova Los Angeles Furniture, outdoor furniture delivery time can be as quick as 2-3 weeks turnaround with select fabrics.

8. Test: An often overlooked component of outdoor furniture that is extremely important to how enjoyable it will be is how comfortable it is!  Even if the furniture set "looks" perfect, make sure you can sit on it and test how it reacts to actual usage.

9.  Arrangement: Other design aspects to consider when purchasing outdoor furniture is configuration, and dimensions.  Come prepared - bring measurements.  Take a photo of your outdoor space and have its dimensions ready.  If you are local, we are happy to come to you for a custom consulataion.

We hope these tips will help you in your search for the perfect outdoor patio furniture set!